Election 2008: Who People in Nebraska Should Vote For

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Editor's note: the name of the incumbent candidate is italicized, while the candidate we're endorsing is in bold.

SENATE

Mike Johanns (R)

Scott Kleeb (D)

With the great Chuck Hagel retiring, this is an open seat. The choice is between lockstep Bushie Johanns (we dig the biker jacket, you manly man) and Yale-educated rancher Kleeb.Esquire endorses: Kleeb

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Congressional District 1

Jeff Fortenberry (R)

Max Yashirin (D)

Fortenberry doesn't show much ambition beyond defending his party's platform, but when he does make an effort, it's usually commendable--cofounding the House Nuclear Security Caucus, for example, and introducing a bill to let insurers offer cheaper, no-frills policies to people who don't want or can't afford more-comprehensive coverage.Esquire endorses: Fortenberry

District 2

Lee Terry (R)

Jim Esch (D)

At 32, Jim Esch has already sat on the boards of several nonprofits (homelessness, minority education), directed Omaha's economic-development association, and become a managing partner in a real estate investment group. He's faithful, informed, and eloquent. And he's pro-life. But he's also a Democrat, which, in red Nebraska, is about the only thing that might stop him from taking this seat from party hack Lee Terry.Esquire endorses: Esch